1954 - Miriam Stevenson

Miriam Stevenson, Miss USA 1954, from South Carolina, was the first Miss USA to become Miss Universe. She was also the first titleholder to obtain a college degree while holding the title.

Miriam Stevenson, Miss USA 1954, from South Carolina, was the first Miss USA to become Miss Universe. She was also the first titleholder to obtain a college degree while holding the title. (Miss Universe Organization)

Miriam Stevenson, Miss USA 1954, from South Carolina, was the first Miss USA to become Miss Universe. She was also the first titleholder to obtain a college degree while holding the title.